Lesson Hook: Different Question Lenses

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Sustainable Development

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SubjectSustainable Development

This comprehensive Teacher Preparation Guide outlines a 60-minute lesson focused on exploring Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through various conceptual lenses. The lesson begins with an engaging hook using a plastic water bottle to illustrate the importance of perspective in understanding concepts. Students will work in groups to explore eight PYP Key Concepts—Form, Function, Causation, Change, Connection, Perspective, Responsibility, and Reflection—while categorizing inquiry questions related to SDGs. The guide includes detailed classroom setup instructions, materials needed, and step-by-step facilitation notes to encourage critical thinking and collaboration. Activities feature sorting questions into concept categories, conducting a Question Sorting Lab, and engaging in a Gallery Walk to synthesize findings. The lesson culminates in a challenge task where students select and justify the three most relevant concepts for their chosen SDG, fostering deeper exploration and discussion.